Frequently Asked Questions
The Basics
- What are the Equator Principles?
- What is Project Finance?
- What are Project Finance Advisory Services?
- What are the International Finance Corporation Performance Standards?
- What are the World Bank Group Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines?
- Are the Equator Principles only applicable in emerging markets?
- Are the Equator Principles applicable to all industry sectors?
- How do Equator Principles Financial Institutions categorise projects?
- Are the Equator Principles available in other languages?
- Do the Equator Principles get reviewed/revised regularly?
History and Context
- When were the Equator Principles created and launched?
- What is the origin of the name “Equator Principles”?
- Have the Equator Principles changed the project finance industry?
- Have the Equator Principles hurt banks' business?
Governance and Management
- How are the Equator Principles governed?
- Are the Equator Principles part of an International Finance Corporation or World Bank initiative or programme?
- What are the Equator Principles Association Working Groups?
- What is the role of the Equator Principles Association Secretariat
- What relationships do Equator Principles Financial Institutions have with external stakeholders?
Adoption and Membership
- Does the Equator Principles Association encourage institutions to adopt the Equator Principles?
- Why do financial Institutions adopt the Equator Principles and what are the benefits?
- Who can adopt the Equator Principles?
- What is an Equator Principles Financial Institution?
- What is an Associate?
- What is the adoption process?
- What is the Annual Fee?
Implementation and Reporting
- Do Equator Principles Financial Institutions have to change their business processes to ensure robust implementation?
- What steps do Equator Principles Financial Institutions take to ensure the Equator Principles are followed?
- Is there any best practice guidance to assist Equator Principles Financial Institutions in implementation?
- What does Principle 10 mean in practice and are there any guidelines on reporting?
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